MUSICWORKS is endorsed byAOL 365 / Daily Impact Unit

Musicworks Programs:

Music for Children with Special NeedsMusic is a proven means to providing emotional comfort and relief in ways which can be adapted to meet the needs of individual children. Exposure to various styles of music, sounds, rhythm and song provides a therapeutic environment and allows children to explore different cognitive modalities. MUSICWORKS--duos and trios comprised of a rotating cast of professional performers and teachers--encourages creativity, helps increase a child’s confidence, focus, leadership and learning through playing instruments, singing, and improvisation. Our work includes residencies including:

Extreme Kids and Crew (a sensory gym dedicated to serving all populations of downtown Brooklyn with affordable programs on a sliding pay scale)

GLOBAL ACTION!Thanks to your donations, MUSICWORKS has made three trips to volunteer with underprivileged students in Ecuador andGuatemala. Last year, MUSICWORKS:

taught over 30 private lessons per week

coached 6 ensembles totaling over 100 students

held a student recording session

presented a workshop at a native reservation

visited local nursery, elementary, and secondary schools.

donated clothing, medicine, instruments, and supplies

"I think Jordan has never been happier in his life than performing in yesterday's concert. Thank you for giving him that unforgettable experience."Linda Carr, parent, NYC

"Your assembly was wonderful! --a girl in my class turned to me at the end and said, "Wasn't that great?! I hope it's not over...' "Dinah Herrity, teacher, Claremont School"Your students’ presentation was phenomenal! The fact that students had been talking about it and really took ownership is a great compliment to you all!" -Curriculum Developer, Kent Place School "Musicworks was
enthusiastic, extremely professional, and presented a program which artfully
incorporated the 'pillars of character' which our school consistently focuses
upon. The performers quickly
engaged the students with fantastic music and humor, including over a dozen
kids who were involved directly onstage. Several of the classroom teachers later
remarked to me how the buzz from the morning’s performance had sparked classroom discussions." -Erik Van Gunten, dean, PS 83